According to Transfer News, Liverpool are reportedly weighing a sensational free transfer move for former Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal as a mounting injury crisis strips their right back department to the bare bones. The 34 year old Spain international is available on a free after his contract at the...
Lamontville Golden Arrows secured a 2-1 victory over Kaizer Chiefs in their MTN8 quarter-final clash at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday, 9 August 2026. The defeat marks a premature exit for the Soweto giants and serves as the first competitive loss for coach Nasreddine Nabi since his...
BBC Sport has released the nineteenth entry in its ongoing digital feature, ‘Guess the Premier League star’, testing the knowledge of football supporters regarding current players in the English top flight. The interactive series requires participants to identify an unnamed player based on specific career milestones, club history, and international...
The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) officially demanded the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Friday, 7 August 2026, following a controversial attempt to privatise commercial rights to the World Cup. The call comes amidst escalating tensions within global football governance regarding the now-abandoned ‘FIFA Forward Enterprise’ investment plan. Pressure...
The South African Football Association (SAFA) is set to name a successor to Hugo Broos on Saturday, 8 August 2026, following the conclusion of the Belgian coach’s five-year tenure on 31 July 2026. The appointment comes as the national governing body navigates a highly charged political atmosphere ahead of its...
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has spoken openly about the emotional challenges his squad faced during their pre-season preparations following the death of midfielder Jayden Adams on 11 July 2026. The club was forced to delay their scheduled European training camp to allow players and staff to attend the...
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has officially withdrawn the proposal to sell a 20 per cent stake in a new commercial venture designed to manage World Cup rights. The project, known as the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), was valued at $20 billion and intended to raise up to $4.2 billion in...
Manchester United has confirmed that academy prospects Shea Lacey and Tyler Fletcher will remain at the club for the 2026/27 season, bypassing potential loan moves to ensure their integration into the senior squad. The decision highlights the club’s commitment to a youth-first strategy, positioning both players at the front of...
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has stepped down from his position with immediate effect, concluding a five-year tenure at the helm of the club. The decision was confirmed on 30 July 2026, following the team’s 4-1 pre-season defeat to Bristol City the previous day. Transition And Strategic Shift Howe informed...
Gianni Infantino is facing a revolt from European football authorities after unveiling plans to sell a stake in FIFA to private investors. The proposed deal could trigger an unprecedented boycott of the World Cup by UEFA nations. UEFA member associations will convene an emergency virtual summit this week to coordinate...
Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out has demanded tougher sanctions for football-related hate crimes after recording 1,169 incidents of discrimination during the 2023-24 season. Data released by the organisation marks a 5% increase from the 1,114 cases documented in the previous 2022-23 campaign. Growing Call For Punitive Measures The latest figures...
French international Bradley Barcola has reached a verbal agreement in principle to join Liverpool, following discussions with the club’s new manager, Andoni Iraola. Despite the 23-year-old winger indicating his desire to move to Anfield, no formal contract has been signed between the player and the English Premier League side. Financial...
English striker Danny Ings has been confirmed as the featured player in the latest instalment of the BBC Sport “Guess the Footballer” quiz. The interactive series tests supporters on their knowledge of professional careers, transfer histories, and individual achievements within the English top flight. Career Path And Professional Milestones Ings...
Arsenal are reportedly among the clubs monitoring Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr, following widespread speculation emerging in Sunday media reports. While the Brazilian international remains a core member of the Real Madrid squad, recent discussions have suggested potential interest from English Premier League sides regarding his future. Transfer Market Speculation...
Former Bafana Bafana captain Aaron Mokoena has warned budding star Relebohile Mofokeng that natural talent alone will not guarantee success following his recent transfer to Belgian Pro League side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. The 21-year-old former Orlando Pirates winger signed a four-year contract with the club on 2 July 2026, marking...
Spain have been crowned 2026 World Cup champions following a tense extra-time victory over Argentina at MetLife Stadium. Ferran Torres emerged as the unlikely hero, firing the solitary goal that separated two exhausted sides after two hours of football. La Roja’s triumph secures back-to-back major honours for Luis de la...
England concluded their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a third-place finish after securing a 6-4 victory over France in the bronze final held in Miami on 18 July. The result marked England’s best performance in the tournament since 1966, following a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the semi-finals...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is projected to become the most profitable tournament in football history, driven by an ambitious expansion to 48 teams. FIFA expects total revenue for the 2023–2026 cycle to exceed $11 billion, spurred by record spectator numbers, increased...
Lionel Messi spearheaded Argentina to a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Croatia in the 2022 FIFA World Cup semi-final at Lusail Stadium on 13 December, securing the nation’s sixth appearance in a tournament final. The emphatic win, which saw Messi score the opening goal from a penalty spot in the 34th...
Argentine journalist Enrique Macaya Márquez has reached a historic milestone at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking his 18th appearance as a reporter at the premier international football tournament. The 91-year-old veteran, whose career behind the microphone began in Sweden in 1958, continues to provide expert analysis for audiences across...
Western Cape police have opened an inquest into the death of 25-year-old professional footballer Jayden Adams, who was found deceased at a property in Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, on Saturday, 11 July 2026. The midfielder, who recently represented South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, had moved to Mamelodi...
France secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals on 9 July after a commanding 2-0 victory against Morocco at the Boston Stadium. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 60th minute, with teammate Ousmane Dembélé doubling the lead just five minutes later to seal the result. Tournament...
Retired football icon Zlatan Ibrahimović has taken on a contentious role as a media analyst for Fox Sports during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawing widespread attention for his starkly unconventional commentary. The former Swedish international, known for his combative playing style, has turned his focus to off-field tournament developments...
FIFA has rescinded a one-match suspension for United States men’s national team player Folarin Balogun following direct communication between U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The decision was announced on 5 July 2026, just days after Balogun received a red card during a match against Bosnia and...
Norway secured a historic 2-1 victory over Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 on Saturday, marking their first-ever appearance in the tournament’s quarter-finals. Star striker Erling Haaland proved instrumental, netting both goals in the 79th and 90th minutes to eliminate the five-time champions in New Jersey....
Former Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has successfully claimed his second trophy in Tanzania, leading Simba SC to victory in the CRDB Bank Federation Cup final against Azam FC on 4 July 2026. This latest achievement follows his earlier success in April 2026, when he secured the Muungano Cup,...
Carlos Queiroz has officially concluded his tenure as head coach of the Ghana national team following the side’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The veteran manager stepped down on 5 July 2026, just days after Ghana suffered a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the round of 32. Tenure...
Professional Soccer League (PSL) officials announced on 3 July 2026 that football stars Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis have each received four nominations for the upcoming 2025/26 PSL Awards. The high-profile recognitions follow a dominant season that saw Orlando Pirates secure a historic domestic treble, effectively ending the club’s 14-year...
Bafana Bafana returned to South Africa on the morning of Thursday, 2 July 2026, receiving an enthusiastic welcome from supporters and government officials at OR Tambo International Airport. The squad touched down following their historic campaign in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the knockout stages of the...
Orlando Pirates Football Club has officially confirmed that an agreement has been reached with Belgian Pro League side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise for the transfer of rising star Relebohile Mofokeng. The two clubs successfully negotiated the transfer fee and deal structure in principle prior to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, though...
